October 28, 2010

I drove the 200 miles from Montgomery to Atlanta today in time to meet Julie from CNN. She was interested in following some of my journey and producing a feature piece on the mission. After some extensive interviewing she hoped to put a lengthy piece together and get in on-air.  Please add your prayers to mine that they actually complete and broadcast the message.

I headed to the state capitol and with some precision parking in this very busy city went on a search to find some legislators. In a round about way I found Rep Yates who had co-sponsored Honor and Remember legislation last March. Mr Yates being a WWII fighter pilot was very welcoming and we discussed at length the status of patriotism today. He then took me to visit the House floor where we met a group of older generation veterans and I was able to actually share with them in the chamber. What an unexpected pleasure to share the message there and to a most welcoming crowd. These are the unexpected nuggets that brighten a day and strengthen the resolve of what I purpose to do.

Tonight I enjoyed the hospitality of the Estopinal family. Gold star parents who lost their son Jason in Afghanistan Feb 15, 2010.  God continues to bless me as I am able to meet such amazing people along this path.

Tomorrow: State Capitol ceremony 11am.

Blessings, George

October 27, 2010 Today was one of the most memorable in my journey. It began with an early meeting with Alabama Gov Bob Riley. The governor was incredibly gracious and in awe of my accomplishments thus far. We had quite a lengthy chat about the states fallen heroes and the mission Honor and Remember. He and the →

October 26, 2010 I ended up last night parking inside Fort Rucker at the on base RV park at Lake Tholocco. It was a late arrival and I didn't see much of the beautiful landscape. headed out early so there again wasn't much time to enjoy. Unfortunately I spend alot of time catching up on journaling, emails and pictures.  The SOS →

October 25, 2010 Today on the steps of the Florida state capitol, Tallahassee,  I was privileged to honor the family of LCDR Guy Houston, shot down while piloting a fighter over Vietnam Nov 10, 1969. With members of the Florida Patriot Guard Riders on hand and a proud flag line, LCDR Houston was represented by his widow, daughter, grandson and extended →

October 24, 2010 Sunday I was invited to speak at Restoration Place, a non-denominational church in Tallahassee. Pastor Ledford, a friend of pastor Wes in Pensacola and had arranged for my sharing this morning in two services. The message was very well received and the congregation of over 1,000 was extremely supportive. I thank the pastor for the opportunity to share his →

October 23, 2010 Saturday was the day for a special ceremony at Hurlburt Field in honor of the 17 combat controllers who lost their lives since 9/11. It was a beautifully organized event by the Combat Controller association. Many Gold Star families attended as well as hundreds of Air Force controllers and officers. Following we took a tour of the →

October 22, 2010 Friday. I stayed last night in a condo on the beach with Deb and Todd. Woke up to a gorgeous view of the Gulf and we headed to Waffle House for late breakfast, also with Johnny, Deb's son and Lindsey, his girlfriend. Waffle house is one of their favorite places, since they don't have them in CA.  Today →

Beautiful day in Baton Rouge, ceremony was awesome. Everyone wonderful. Tonight moved on to Pensacola FL. See intinerary. # WEAR ABC 3 :: Top Stories - A Symbol To Remember Lost Service Men And Women http://t.co/nZ2QtEt via @AddThis # View from the condo at Ft Walton beach I woke up to. Amazing blessing, had no idea what was out the window. http://twitpic.com/2zsu94 →

October 21, 2010 Today was the Special Ops Warrior Foundation walk concluding ceremony. The walk included 800 miles from San Antonio to Hurlburt Field in honor of the 15 Combat Controllers killed while serving in the war on terror.  My friends the Bastion's son Derek was among those casualties . As well as my friends from Virginia, the Jeffersons. Bill and →

October 20, 2010 A truly rewarding day began with my dropping off the Beast off to a local RV dealership, Carpenters Campers. I had experienced no air conditioning or heat for quite some time, seems it was Arizona. I had a free day to have it checked out and this particular place was recommended. Initially I thought that I perhaps needed →